Last Updated on September 16, 2022
Mount Washington glassware is difficult to tell apart from Burmese or Thomas Webb peachblows, vases and melon ribbed cruets. To help you learn how to tell the difference, we’ve written this article for you. We’ll cover how to identify each type and their specific characteristics. After reading it, you’ll know how to tell if your piece is truly Mount Washington or not.
Burmese glass
There are many ways to identify Mount Washington glass. The most obvious way is by color. The original Burmese glass was yellow, with salmon pink rims and edges. Then there are the imitations, which were made from Murano, Italy between the 1970s and early 1980s. Unfortunately, many of these late 20th century reproductions are mistaken for the original Burmese. You can use a black light to identify any pieces that have recently been painted or decorated.
Uranium oxide, which is a rare and limited supply, was used in the process. This metal was added to the 184-pound formula for translucent white glass. The gold added to the mixture made the glass heat sensitive. The color is very subtle and not easily seen in normal light. Amberina is a good example of a burmese reproduction. It’s easy to tell which one is which by looking at the shade of color.
Burmese glass was produced in two different finishes: satin and shiny. Webb sold their version as “Queen’s Burmese Ware.” Both had complex hand-painted patterns and colors. Most Mt. Washington pieces had floral patterns or landscapes while the Webb version had geometric patterns and abstract designs. These two types were never marked permanently, although the Webb version was made until around 1900. The earliest known Burmese piece is the eight-inch footed bowl.
Although Burmese glassware was not made by Mount Washington until the mid-1890s, they produced Rose Amber glassware before New England. It is important to remember that the company didn’t apply for a patent in a timely fashion. This means that some pieces of Mount Washington glass are patented. If you’re unsure of what type of glass you have, you can call it Mount Washington Glass and take pride in knowing that you have a piece of history.
Another way to identify Mount Washington glass is to purchase a reference book. A lavish reference book is Mt Washington & Pairpoint Glass, Volume Two. The authors explain the history and quality of the pieces, and you can purchase a copy for a discounted price. The authors of the book have extensive experience in the field. The book contains an introduction and numerous photos. You may also want to buy a copy of the book.
Mt. Washington peachblow
While most glassmakers make reproductions of this unique piece, the Mount Washington Peachblow is particularly rare. As the name implies, it was made by the Mount Washington Company for Libbey. These peachblows were made with a formula originating from the New England region. The key to identifying these pieces is to look for rough pontils, which distinguish a cheaper souvenir product from the better-quality Wild Rose line.
While the Mt. Washington peachblow was originally called Peach Blow, other forms were also produced in the 1890s and early 1900s. Peachblow glass was made with various color combinations and shapes, but the Mt. Washington variety is considered the most rare. Because of its limited supply, it’s best to be sure of its origin before determining its value. A few pieces are better preserved than others.
Peachblows made in Burmese glass come from the same region. The color can range from pink to lemon, and it’s heat sensitive. The glass was invented by Frederick Shirley, a glassmaker who had filled in for an ailing Glassmaker in 1881. He devised formulas for the glass by mixing ruby glass with uranium oxide. Unlike peachblow, Burmese glass is shiny in its original form.
Unlike the Wheeling Peachblow, Mt. Washington peachblow is not lined. Its color is rose pink at the top and shades to a blue gray at the bottom. Its production dates from 1886 to 1888. The Wheeling peachblow was marketed by Hobbs & Brockunier as Coral, but it was not. However, its unique color and shape make it a more valuable collectible.
Thomas Webb peachblow
Identifying Thomas Webb peachblow on Mount New York glassware may be more difficult than you think. Peachblow glassware was an extremely rare type of heat-sensitive glass. Although this type of glass is quite rare, there are some clues that will make the task easier. To begin, look for ribbed patterns on the peachblow. Peachblow glass was created by combining cobalt with ruby.
A common shape of this type of glass is Square. This shape was first produced in 1886 and was produced for a short period of time until the 1880s. It never reached the popularity of the Burmese and is therefore difficult to identify. This type of glass is the same shape as the Crown Milano but is more difficult to find. It is also much rarer than Peachblow, which is often made of opal glass.
The three primary differences between period Peach Blow and modern Peach Blow are the shading from top to bottom and the presence of a lining. It is also important to note that modern pink satin glass is often mistaken for Peach Blow. To identify Thomas Webb peachblow on Mount Washington glass, it is essential to understand the different layers of the design. Besides this, it’s also important to remember that Webb was also famous for his use of peach-shaped glass.
Victorian art glass collectors refer to three different types of peachblow glass: Wheeling, Hobbs, and Mount Washington. The Wheeling peachblow is the earliest known type of peachblow glass. Initially called Coral, it was known for its warm shades ranging from deep brick red to golden yellow. Detailed photographs of a Wheeling peachblow are available on the web.
There are many different types of peachblow, but you can’t make a mistake with a simple guide. Burmese is an Italian glassware that’s often mistaken for peachblow. During the 1960s, the color of this glassware was washed out. In 1970, Fenton began producing a new line that was brighter and more colorful than the original Burmese.
Mount Washington melon ribbed cruet
A genuine Mount Washington melon ribbed cruset will have a melon-ribbed body and a stopper shaped like a mushroom. The most common stopper type is a mushroom, but there were also other options, including a cup or faceted style. This article will discuss how to identify Mount Washington melon ribbed cruets and why they are so valuable.
One way to tell a Mount Washington melon ribbed crut from a modern reproduction is the narrow ribbing found on the feet and handles. While some original pieces of the style had wide ridges, the ribbing that is tightly spaced is almost always a sign of a modern reproduction. Accredited art glass expert Louis St. Aubin recently sent ACRN a photo of an original Mt. Washington piece of art glass. The fine narrow ribbing is also present on many new Burmese pieces.
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